![12) 'The Wind Cries Mary' - Last but certainly not least on the list, 'The Wind Cries Mary' was more than just a rock song, but a ballad which displayed vast elements of soul which although were self evident in Hendrix's nature, eventually evolved and remained embedded on this record. An ode after an girlfriend stormed out, it hit No. 6 in the UK charts back in 1967.]()
12) 'The Wind Cries Mary' - Last but certainly not least on the list, 'The Wind Cries Mary' was more than just a rock song, but a ballad which displayed vast elements of soul which although were self evident in Hendrix's nature, eventually evolved and remained embedded on this record. An ode after an girlfriend stormed out, it hit No. 6 in the UK charts back in 1967.
![11) 'All Along The Watchtower' - The song responsible for kickstarting the trend of artists covering the works of other renowned writers and making them so unique that the original artists applauded. Taking Bob Dylan's work and making it your own is a feat very few can attest to.]()
11) 'All Along The Watchtower' - The song responsible for kickstarting the trend of artists covering the works of other renowned writers and making them so unique that the original artists applauded. Taking Bob Dylan's work and making it your own is a feat very few can attest to.
![10) 'Wild Thing' - Another classic cover by Hendrix. The Troggs may have written this, but Jimi made it wilder than anyone could. A blinding cover played during the time the guitarist toured with and outplayed Pink Floyd. Many still attribute his version as the true version.]()
10) 'Wild Thing' - Another classic cover by Hendrix. The Troggs may have written this, but Jimi made it wilder than anyone could. A blinding cover played during the time the guitarist toured with and outplayed Pink Floyd. Many still attribute his version as the true version.
![9) 'Little Wing' - A sensitive side of Jimi existed, and no track highlighted this more than 'Little Wing'. A slower tempo ballad, with a more rhythm and blues oriented sound, its a tune which over the years has inspired dozens of artists to pick up the guitar and try to cover it, including the likes of Santana, John Mayer, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and many more.]()
9) 'Little Wing' - A sensitive side of Jimi existed, and no track highlighted this more than 'Little Wing'. A slower tempo ballad, with a more rhythm and blues oriented sound, its a tune which over the years has inspired dozens of artists to pick up the guitar and try to cover it, including the likes of Santana, John Mayer, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and many more.
![8) 'Crosstown Traffic' - A song not only about infidelity, the dangers of free love bring entangled in jealously, but one that is combined with an almost kazoo like hum with elements of infectious Motown-esque]()
8) 'Crosstown Traffic' - A song not only about infidelity, the dangers of free love bring entangled in jealously, but one that is combined with an almost kazoo like hum with elements of infectious Motown-esque "Doo"s, and Mitch Mitchell's mesmerising drumming, it's a track that stands out among the rest.
![7) 'Hey Joe' - Peaking at No.6 in 1967, this track was Hendrix's first top ten hit in the UK, and a stable song found on the Experience's tours and shows. That a song about potential murder could make the top 10 in such a politically charged time (the late Sixties) is a feat not many could achieve today.]()
7) 'Hey Joe' - Peaking at No.6 in 1967, this track was Hendrix's first top ten hit in the UK, and a stable song found on the Experience's tours and shows. That a song about potential murder could make the top 10 in such a politically charged time (the late Sixties) is a feat not many could achieve today.
![6) 'Manic Depression' - A taboo which not many artists will admit to, but moreover a song studying sexual frustration and even nowadays even very little numbers have tackled discussing depression, but Jimi was never one to shy away from anything. The song remains classic Hendrix, from the flawless guitarwork, to Mitchell's jazzy style of play and Redding's thrumming bass beat.]()
6) 'Manic Depression' - A taboo which not many artists will admit to, but moreover a song studying sexual frustration and even nowadays even very little numbers have tackled discussing depression, but Jimi was never one to shy away from anything. The song remains classic Hendrix, from the flawless guitarwork, to Mitchell's jazzy style of play and Redding's thrumming bass beat.
![5) 'Foxy Lady' - Who can forget the first time they heard Hendrix's voice utter]()
5) 'Foxy Lady' - Who can forget the first time they heard Hendrix's voice utter "Foxy... Lady"? A seductive, staggering, nearly sleazy slice of rock which still stands the test of time.
![4) 'Star Spangled Banner (Live at Woodstock)' - The performance that stole and shaped the soundtrack of the whole show. Arriving late at the final day of the 1969 Woodstock festival due to traffic, Jimi still closed the iconic concert with a riveting set, and his version of the American anthem is regarded as a part of music and rock history.]()
4) 'Star Spangled Banner (Live at Woodstock)' - The performance that stole and shaped the soundtrack of the whole show. Arriving late at the final day of the 1969 Woodstock festival due to traffic, Jimi still closed the iconic concert with a riveting set, and his version of the American anthem is regarded as a part of music and rock history.
![3) 'Purple Haze' - Not only just another rock anthem, but a song that truly transcends all time. Purple Haze signified the soundtrack of not only many a Hollywood movie, but as a track heavily regarded in remembrance of the Vietnam War, as well as a song countlessly played on the record players of millions and millions of fans.]()
3) 'Purple Haze' - Not only just another rock anthem, but a song that truly transcends all time. Purple Haze signified the soundtrack of not only many a Hollywood movie, but as a track heavily regarded in remembrance of the Vietnam War, as well as a song countlessly played on the record players of millions and millions of fans.
![2) 'Fire' - A classic hit's sign that it is a classic is when it is covered countless times by major artists. On Fire, Hendrix taught many the power of the guitar, as well as being an entertainer, being known at live performances to play his guitar until eventually deciding to light the instrument up in flames.]()
2) 'Fire' - A classic hit's sign that it is a classic is when it is covered countless times by major artists. On Fire, Hendrix taught many the power of the guitar, as well as being an entertainer, being known at live performances to play his guitar until eventually deciding to light the instrument up in flames.
![1) 'Voodoo Chile' - The iconic song that saw Hendrix's posthumous return to the top. Released in 1970 just weeks after Jimi's death, the UK No.1 single left a bitter taste in many people's mouths. A song that still is covered everyday by countless bands, used for various soundtracks, and even wrestlers themes. Voodoo Chile merely transcends the medium of music and remains a true part of pop culture.]()
1) 'Voodoo Chile' - The iconic song that saw Hendrix's posthumous return to the top. Released in 1970 just weeks after Jimi's death, the UK No.1 single left a bitter taste in many people's mouths. A song that still is covered everyday by countless bands, used for various soundtracks, and even wrestlers themes. Voodoo Chile merely transcends the medium of music and remains a true part of pop culture.